Daft Punk’s ‘One More Time’ Selected as France’s 2026 World Cup Goal Anthem

France has designated Daft Punk’s ‘One More Time’ as their official goal song for the 2026 World Cup. The Romanthony-fronted classic saw its first tournament action at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium during France’s 3-1 win over Senegal, soundtracking a brace from Kylian Mbappé. Under updated FIFA regulations, national associations now select specific tracks for key match moments. This shift moves the tournament away from the unofficial dominance of Gala’s ‘Freed From Desire’ seen in Qatar, opting for curated, territory-specific identities. Other selections include Germany’s choice of Peter Schilling’s synth-pop staple ‘Major Tom’ and England’s pick of Planet Funk’s ‘Chase the Sun.’ The broader tournament soundtrack is rounded out by an official FIFA compilation featuring David Guetta and Andrea Bocelli. While the 2000 anthem returns to the global stage, Thomas Bangalter remains focused on solo ventures. In a recent interview, he reaffirmed his contentment with the duo's legacy, stating there are "other things to explore" following his recent surprise set at The Lot Radio.